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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1932
Page
3
A lighthearted column review notes English mystery excursions offering round trip tickets to unannounced destinations believed to be scenic. Readers are invited to join for a day out, returning the same day, a playful idea for indecisive travelers. The piece weaves in jokes about typing speed and public budgets in the Washington celebration year.
Moravia high school juniors staged George in a Jam to a packed gym, delivering strong performances across a varied cast led by Jim Gray and Wendell Roberts. Directed by Mya Whitehill with Luke guiding the cast, the show featured an orchestra debut and solos by Juanita Hiatt and a Negro minstrel act, earning applause from the audience.
W A Raison aged 79 died at his Unionville home Sunday afternoon after years of declining health. A longtime Miller hardware employee, he was well known and respected. Survived by his widow Mattie and son J M Raison of Ottumwa, he was a long time member of the Baptist church. Funeral services were held at 2 p m Tuesday at his Unionville home with the Masonic lodge presiding.
Announcement of the United Brethren district convention at Seymour on Wednesday April 20 with an afternoon and evening program. Rev Suenkel of Moravia will speak at 2 30 on Correcting Church Records, plus talks on church work and Christian Endeavor. Bishop A B Statton of Kansas City Mo will preach at 8.
The P. T. A. will host a covered dish luncheon at the high school gymnasium on Monday evening, April 18, starting at seven. The public and high school students are invited to bring a covered dish and sandwiches and stay for the program with an out of town speaker detailing P. T. A. work. Attendees are asked to bring their own silverware and dishes.
In a breezy New London Journal quip titled The Last Word the speaker mocks Calvin Coolidge on taxes. He notes Spring bringing unclad maidens and a blurred urban scene as a car passenger steps out in transparent pajamas. The Fremont Gazette adds a political aside about government spending and the law of cause and effect.
Six Moravia high school seniors will debate whether the Eighteenth Amendment is detrimental to the United States and should be repealed. The event starts at 2 40 in the Normal Training room with Ernie Kaster, Harris Stafford, and B F Whitehead on the affirmative and Lucile Coltrain, Norma Lee Firkins, and Bonita Lagle on the negative.
Vermillion township farmer James Douglas announces as a Republican candidate for sheriff. He notes prior constable service and cooperation with Sheriff Gaughenbaugh, asking voters to judge his qualifications and pledging to serve with public approval if elected.
There will be work in the second degree at the Masonic hall Tuesday evening, April 1st. W. A. Smith, Worshipful Master.
Mr and Mrs G Weathers of Rock Island Illinois lead revival meetings at the Darbyville church, continuing until a week from Thursday. The public is warmly invited to attend the services and share in the event.
Francis Miller of Coulson school finished second as Reno Faoro of Mystle won the county spelling contest held at Centerville Grammar School. The event drew 51 girls and nine boys, with a dramatic late round using unseen words. Ruth Hart and Faye Gibson were among the top finishers, prizes included a gold $10, a $6 check, an atlas, and a Joan of Arc book.
The Centerville Court of Honor will meet at Iconium M E church on Friday evening April 16 for first class tests for Teon ium troop No 1 and to present 102 merit badges. Scouts, parents and friends are invited. Ben Apgar, George Milani, Russell Buss and M G Haj will lead.
A home talent group presents a play titled Excuse My at the Christian church on Wednesday night April 20 beginning at 7 30. Admission is 10 cents.
The Appanoose County Sunday School convention is in session at the Methodist church in Iconium today. Committees in charge plan for a large attendance and an excellent program has been arranged. Many from Moravia will probably be in attendance.
Gaddig Allred son of Mr and Mrs A H Allred of Renfield Iowa won first in the district high school declamatory contest at Atlantic in the oratorical division. He will represent the southwest district at the state contest in Estherville. Readers of the Union will recall his father as a former publisher of the Moravia Union.
Purley Rinker of Centerville announces candidacy for the Republican nomination for State Senator from Appanoose and Davis counties. A longtime lawyer and former County Chairman, he argues for tax restraint through reduced expenditures and banking reforms to aid agriculture and depositors. He appeals for Merloria support at the June primary and notes local activity including a county spelling contest attended by Mrs. Sophia Stanfield.
Mrs. Mary Herman 83 a Unionville resident was struck and killed by a Rock Island freight train last Thursday afternoon while walking to her mailbox. The deaf elderly woman was nearby when the train passed and died instantly. She was a member of the Unionville Methodist church and well regarded. Surviving: son Henry and four daughters Hattie Boysal Maggie McDonald Lena Hughes Nellie Gates.
None Absent tardy Hazel College School This Year. Not one of the eight pupils has been absent or tardy this school year marking a rare record. Miss Man dana Jennings has taught the school for two years. The term closed Friday with a short program attended by patrons and friends. The eight pupils are Coretta Willard Wendell Wilbur Cloved and Darrell Clarence Lea Clifford Cantor.
Ruth Schley age 16 daughter of Mr and Mrs Julius Schley of Lusk Wyoming died at a Denver hospital Thursday morning at 3 o clock from heart trouble after a period of illness. She was the couple’s only daughter. Burial was held in Lusk Wyoming.
Miss Beulah Hiatt daughter of Mr and Mrs T L Hiatt of Unionville Me and Ivan Gibbs son of G J Gibbs of Centerville were married in Unionville on Tuesday April 12 with Rev Baker officiating The couple will reside on a farm The bride a Moravia high school graduate of 1927 and teacher The groom a Unionville high school graduate of 1926 Attendants were Mr and Mrs C G Coulson of Moravia The wedding anniversary matched the groom’s father’s date
Laura Suliman of Corydon Iava and George W. Jones of Moravia wed in Kirksville Missouri on Thursday April 7 at 2 30 pm Rev Mann of Kirksville Baptist church officiated. Ceremony occurred at the home of Mr and Mrs 0 G Davidson sister of the groom. The couple reside on the Jones farm west of Moravia and receive best wishes from many friends.
The menu lists roast ham with gravy green beans lettuce salad and angel food cake with whipped cream. Side dishes include mashed potatoes dressing and parsnips reflecting a traditional mid century meal.
The American Legion post entertained about 60 guests at a smoker last Friday evening. After socializing, attendees enjoyed doughnuts and coffee as refreshments.
Bible School at 10 a.m. Divine Worship and Communion at 11 a.m. Christian Endeavor at 6 20 p.m. Evening Worship at 7 80 p.m. Minister Robert Segth delivers sermon themes from Luke 24 17.
The M. E. B. Church invites all to worship and study with a friendly, warm ministry. Sunday School at 9:45, worship at 11, Epworth League 4:30, evening service at 9:30, and morning preaching at 9:30 with junior church at 10:20 led by Pastor B. G. Hankins.
Muriel H. Johnson superintendent for Bible school at 9 45 a m. Morning worship at 11 a m. Junior Otterbemn Guild at 6 40 p m Mrs Chas Coffin leader. Christian Endeavor at 7 p m. Evening services at 7 30 with Ladies Aid all day Wednesday. Prayer meeting Wednesday 7 30 a m. District meeting Wednesday April 20 Seymour in church afternoon and evening. Bishop A B Station of Kansas City Mo will preach during evening services. Geo H Suenkel pastor.
The Iconium Circuit lists Sunday School at 10 a m with Ralph Turner as superintendent, morning worship at 11, choir and a special number, Young People’s meeting at 7 p m. Nearby notes: County Sunday School Convention Thursday April 14 and Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts Saturday evening. Rural Life Sunday May 1 at Fairview Sunday School 9 a m Pearl Hiner, superintendent, morning worship at 0 45 with young people's choir. Epworth League Tuesday 7 30 p m led by Miss Darlene Gladfelder. 51 young people attended three Leagues last week. Ladies Aid to hold all day meeting at the Community Hall Thursday. Epworth League social at the Community Hall on Wednesday evening. Minister J W Zerbe invites all to attend.
Cora Catherine Wright born September 24 1864 in Katavia Iowa moved to Mora ing grew to womanhood married John Wilson Sharp on August 26 1876 who died 30 years prior. She joined Cumberland Presbyterian church in 1895 and died March 21 1932 at 75 leaving four children seven grandchildren funeral March 24 at Moravia M E church burial in Moravia cemetery Card of Thanks family thanks friends for support
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